Three billion people – about 40% of the world’s population – live without basic handwashing facilities with soap and water available at home. 1 in 10 patients gets an avoidable infection while receiving care. Now, more than ever, the value of handwashing cannot be overstated. With the Coronavirus pandemic evoking fear and causing grief, brands...
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Banditry and kidnap is on the fast rise and the Federal College of Forestry in Kaduna is the latest site, suspected gunmen invading the college and abducting a still-undisclosed number of students before dawn on Friday. According to the spokesman of the Kaduna State Police Command Mohammed Jalige speaking to Channels Television, the attackers invaded...
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Ma’ida (sometimes called Fatima) didn’t envisage herself ending up miles from home and roaming the streets of Nigeria’s biggest city (by population), Lagos. She didn’t envisage being called a street beggar, one seeking alms from passersby she can’t even communicate with, since she neither understands English nor Yoruba. However, how do you rebuild life from...
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Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: US: We’re ready to help Nigeria end ‘disgusting’ abduction of schoolchildren The United States has expressed concern about the frequent kidnapping of Nigerian schoolchildren and also offered to help tackle the issue – The Cable reports Deputy assistant...
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My dear Aunty, Elvina Ibru said to me a few weeks after my interview with her: “You have been sharing the personal stories of others, including me, so now I want to put you on the hot seat. Can you handle it?” I love a challenge. I love experiments. And so of course I said...
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“Until Nigerians believe that the appropriation that was made for the running of the National Assembly, which happened when naira was 160 to the dollar, is less now than what it used to be. The dollar equivalent of naira today has gone up to over N400. The purchasing power of the budget as it is...
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The World-class facility offers free courses to both young and established filmmakers in a bid to make Lagos the centre of excellence for Africa’s creative sector Earlier today, the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Sanwo-Olu declared the EbonyLife Creative Academy (ELCA) open in a brief ceremony on-site at 10 Engineering Close, off Idowu Taylor Street,...
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Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw: 1. Lol… For reals though! 2. Lol… Where’s the lie?...
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Traditionally, Coca-Cola and Seven-Up were market leaders already comfortable in their shared monopoly, but due to aggressive marketing and pricing, consumers were not really spoilt for choice. The competition had been mainly between these two leading brands, as La Casera already began to lose its market share in 2015 due to the financial fortunes of the producing company. There was also the unconfirmed rumour that the drink (La Casera) was allegedly dangerous to health because the brand had a content that could be used for cleansing of bolts and nuts by roadside auto-mechanics. There were hardly any brand campaigns to discredit these unpalatable stories.
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As difficult as it is to believe, nay conceive of, while we talk about women’s achievements in Nigeria over the years there is a whole generation of women left behind in the most populated region of the country. For International Women’s Month, we interviewed some of them to highlight unique problems missing in public discourse...
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Ibadan, Oyo State’s large capital, is home to a variety of prominent markets that attract thousands of buyers daily. Many people consider the prices of goods in Ibadan markets to be very cheap and affordable, compared to markets in Nigerian states such as Lagos. Hence, the price range of goods is known to attract buyers...
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On Thursday, fast-rising singer Oxlade posted a tweet about miming Ice Prince‘s 2011 monster hit single Oleku back in secondary school, then inserted images from a recent music video show showing him and the rapper. The video is for Ice Prince’s Kolo which features Oxlade, and the collaboration seemed to have garnered some buzz from...
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Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Bello: ‘Repentant Bandits are collecting money for weapons’ Niger Governor, Abubakar Bello, has stated that repentant bandits are disguising to collect money for weapons and his administration will not offer any cash to repentant bandits – The Cable...
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Trying is all that matters in this world. I have done interviews with thousands of people and I hear them say all the time that you should just show up. Just keep moving. Just keep trying. Keep moving. Putting one step after the other, just making it happen. That’s it. It is about trying, not...
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On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, the United Kingdom, through the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Laing was known to have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to return the sum of £4.2 million assets stolen by former Delta Governor, James Ibori to Nigeria. Prosecutors in the UK say he stole an estimated £117 million...
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Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw: 1. Wahala like abs work out 2. Police catch YOUR...
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The James Currey Prize for African Literature is an annual award for the best-unpublished work of fiction written in English by any writer, set in Africa or on Africans in Africa or in the Diaspora. It was established in 2020 by Nigerian writer, filmmaker and publisher of Hattus Books, Onyeka Nwelue, in honour of James...
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Last year’s Netflix campaign about telling African stories featured renowned actors and filmmakers from across the continent in an inspiring montage. One of those filmmakers was Kunle Afolayan, who needs no introduction. With his latest film Citation about sexual harassment in universities premiering last year, and a pre-existing stock of his films (Phone Swap, Figurine,...
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Roses are red, violets are blue, but for itel Nigeria, customers deserve something new. A customer-centric brand whose slogan is ‘Enjoy Better Life’, itel has definitely taken enjoyment to a whole new level. With several events back-to-back that have made the brand become the talk of the town online and offline, itel has proven that...
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Shut your eyes and imagine a mall- any mall. One thing you can be sure to see is a bustling crowd, several stores and various products on sale. Shopping malls are considered the epitome of a consumer society; the ultimate product of a capitalist community. A mall is also a significant attraction for sellers, buyers...
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Popular reality TV singing competition, Nigerian Idol, is back and will hit DStv and GOtv screens in March 2021. The 2021 edition is the sixth in the show’s history and will, as usual, feature loads of talents. While we countdown to the show’s premiere on Sunday, March 14 these are the top facts you need...
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Last year’s protests against police brutality, under the banner of the #ENDSARS movement, pushed against several injustices and human rights violations experienced by Nigerians. Commended for its decentralised organising framework, it called for participation and solidarity unless you are a member of the LGBTQ community of course. And this was what marred a protest movement...
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From lecturers offering sex for grades to sexual violence in marriages, women have had to navigate the murky waters of gender-based violence for many years. On this week’s episode of #WithChude, tech guru and women’s rights activist, Chioma Agwuegbo, shares several gruelling experiences of women who have encountered some form of gender-based or sexual violence...
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As part of its strategic focus on energy access and clean energy for Nigerians, Chapel Hill Denham Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund (NIDF), the first listed infrastructure debt fund in Nigeria and Africa, has announced the successful financial close for the construction of 22 mini-grids being developed by Havenhill Synergy Limited (Havenhill) under the Nigeria Electrification...
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Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Senate: ‘We don’t collect sitting allowance’ Senator Ajibola Basiru, Spokesperson for the Red Chamber, on Tuesday, 9th March, denied speculations that Senators and Members of the House of Representatives may not be able to sit for the mandatory...
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At the Joy retreat that we do, I spoke with someone struggling with an addiction. He has recovered from it; he was so bitter that he was addicted to taking cocaine. I told him to do an exercise of gratitude to be grateful to the addiction. Of course, addiction is horrible. Maybe if you hadn’t...
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It would be difficult for any Nigerian to claim ignorance of the increasing rate of wanton killings, banditry, and kidnappings in recent months, across the northwest region and parts of the north central like Niger. Most alarming however, is the diverse dimensions it continue to assume almost on a daily basis. From kidnap of school...
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It’s becoming a daily phenomenon. Someone waltz into social media and tries to teach others what’s passe and what’s modern. You’d agree that there seems to be a muse determining these things and it works in mysterious ways with Nigerians. Or how do you explain the notion that the tradition of using your hands to...
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Every day on the Nigerian Internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here’s a roundup of the best we saw: 1. With all the CBN policies, the dip is deep...
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Ikechukwu Bartholomew Obiefuna, an Engineer and a customer of Polaris Bank’s Okeke Street branch, Onitsha in Anambra has emerged as the second millionaire at the 2nd draw of the Bank’s ongoing nationwide Save & Win promo. A set of 60 lucky customers from across the six geo-political zones, also received N100,000 each, as consolation cash...
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